It is a competitive team that competes against similar age/gender teams from surrounding and national areas. In addition, travel program players receive additional practice, coaching and game play outside of a traditional school basketball program and club/local team.

The current fee for Orange Package/Travel/Business Teams to participate is: Fall/Winter Session - $1175 Spring/Summer Session - $1300 (estimated) The current fee for Pink Package/Local Teams to participate is: Winter Session 2018 (11/1/18 thru 2/28/19) - $450* *New Program in the Joliet area

The fee includes: Practice Time Coaching Time Tournament Fees Game uniform rental *NOTE* The game uniforms must be returned upon leaving the program.

No. We do not charge a registration fee to enroll.

No. We do not charge a tryout fee.

Elementary Program (Orange Package/Travel/Business Teams) Fall/Winter (combined): September 1st thru February 28th Spring/Summer (combined): March 1st thru July 31st New Joliet Program (Pink Package/Local Teams) Winter 2018: November 1st thru February 28th

For Fall/Winter: An average of 18 practices in each session, over 60 hours of instruction in each session, average of 20 games in each session and an average of 7 to 10 tournament events per session. For Spring/Summer: An average of 40 practices, over 130 hours of instruction and an average of 50 games. Parents will be provided with game schedule on a weekly basis and practice schedule at the start of each session.

For Fall and Winter Sessions: Typically, one 2 to 3 hour practice per week. We have two practice locations during the week. Players can attend one practice or both. We strongly believe in players 'staying in the gym' to get better. For Spring/Summer Session: Typically, we practice more as we are preparing for AAU and State Nationals competition.

Yes. Items such as the team gym shoes, socks, backpack, compression shirts, etc. will need to be purchased through the program.

No. Players are responsible for their transportation, food, hotel accommodations and coaches' hotel accommodations (to be split amongst players), etc. Parents are encouraged to car pool and share hotel room to help manage costs, if applicable.

Yes. There are two types of fundraising events, individual and team. For individual fundraising events, all proceeds will go into the individual girl's 'virtual fundraising bank' to cover future program fees, travel, uniform additions, team gear, etc. For team fundraising events, all proceeds will go to the team to help cover costs such as equipment, hosting events, coaching fees, travel costs, etc. Participation in individual fundraising is always OPTIONAL. Participation in team fundraising is not optional.

Yes. We offer X-Citement Skills Academy where players can participate in the team practice sessions. Cost of X-Citement Skills Academy is $200 for 10 practice sessions. *NOTE* Most basketball trainers charge $25 - $40 per hour. This is a great value!

Yes. It is very important for all parents to attend the meeting. In this meeting, the Head Coach and assistant coaches will be there to explain the program in greater detail, communicate important dates, and answer any questions. This is also a good opportunity to meet the other parents in the program.

It's up to you. You can be active by participating in our parent's group, help with fundraising efforts, team tasks like statistic gathering, operating the scoreboard, etc. At a minimum, we would expect for you to support your player and the team by coming to the games, show team spirit and cheer X-Citement to victory!

Yes. Parents make the best references. Please feel free to reach out to any of the current parents in the program and ask about their basketball journey and experience.

Yes. All practices are OPEN to parents. We 100% encourage and invite all parents to attend as many practices as they can. This gives the parent the opportunity to see what is being taught in practice and determine if their player is absorbing and following the instructions. Club basketball is an investment and you should always check on your investment.